Paella & Sangria Cooking Class in Alicante with Market Visit
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This is the first cooking workshop in Alicante, born in 2022.
Unlike other cooking workshops we introduced the local Market as an important key of the cooking process. That´s why you will spend an hour in the Market buying the freshest ingredients and interacting with the stall owners, while you learn about the Spanish cuisine, history and traditions.
Discover the best mediterranean flavours and recipes led by a local and proffesional chef and her assitant in her own venue.
This is NOT an artificial venue made for tourists, but a local bussiness, where you could interact with other travellers and locals.
Taste your own homemade paella, sangría and appetizers/tapas.
Different paella flavours available (sea food, meat, or veg.).
This is the best local gourmet experience to know firsthand the gastronomy and cuisine of Alicante! Local guide, local chef, local comerce, and local products, a perfect match.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age
Not recommended for vegetarians and vegans
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Lunch
Snacks
What To Expect
Immerse yourself in the best gastronomic and culinary experience of Alicante! Your journey will start with a guided tour in the local Market, learning about the the rich mediterranean cuisine, while you discover and buy the freshest ingredients in Alicante and interact with the owners of the stalls. Afterwards, roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class led by a local chef and her assistant. You will discover the best Spanish flavours trying a variety of traditional tapas paired with your own hand made sangria. Choose your flavour (seafood, meat or veg.) and discover the art of making the best Paella (your own). As the icing on the cake, enjoying your own homemade paella, sangria and apperitives with other travellers in a friendly and local atmosphere. The venue is a loal restaurant with other customers, not a set up venue for tourist. This will be a memorable and delicious experience whether you are a seasoned cook or a culinary novice. This is the best local gourmet experience to know firsthand the gastronomy and cuisine of Alicante! Local guide, local chef, local comerce, and local products, a perfect match.
Sample Menu
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Crisps and olives
We provide crisps and olives as a snack, while you are cooking. So you don´t get tipsy drinking sangria with an empty stomach :)
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Tomato salad with salted fish
In Alicante we have some of the best tomatos in Spain. We have them with salted fish, called capellán, which you will roast first with a torch.
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Cold sausage
A traditional cold sausage from a small town in Alicante region.
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Jamón Ibérico
You will try one of the best quality hams in Spain, yummy!
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Paella
Choose among three different Paella flavours: Seafood Paella with shrimps and cuttlefish, Meat Paella with pork lean and veg or vegetarian.
dessert
Seasonal Fruits
We change the dessert depending on the season: orange with cinnamon, pomegranate with liquour, turrón, cherries. Always local and seasonal products.
Options
Paella Seafood
Shrimps and cuttlefish: Select this option if you want to have Paella Seafood. All are included.
Paella Meat
Meat (pork lean) and vegetable: Select this option if you want to have Paella with meat (pork lean) and vegetables. All are included
Reviews
91 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must try!
Tiera K,
Jun 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00We are still buzzing from the incredible paella and sangria cooking class. From start to finish, it was an unforgettable culinary experience. We began by selecting fresh ingredients at the market, which added an authentic touch to the class. Our instructor, Fred, was absolutely fantastic - passionate, positive, and with a great sense of humor that kept us all laughing and engaged. The class was truly interactive and educational, with Fred sharing his expertise and tips with infectious enthusiasm. Whether you're a beginner or novice cook, this class is perfect for anyone looking to learn new skills. The best part? The results were absolutely delicious! Our paella and sangria turned out perfectly, and we got to enjoy the fruits of our labor afterwards with real recipes to take home. Fred's teaching style was engaging, patient, and fun, making everyone feel at ease in the kitchen. I highly recommend this class to anyone looking for a fun and informative culinary experience in Alicante. Gracias, Fred, for an unforgettable experience!
Super activity 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
SABRINA S,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great family activity!!! Federico is on top! We highly recommend this activity!!! La paella has all the tastes 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Great experience .
Rob S,
May 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00A good guid and a good Instructor. Good food.. 2 times I did this workshop and I recommends it for every groupe
Het voldeed volledig aan onze verwachtingen
Rob S,
May 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good explanation, in the market and in the shop. We will come back with more family next week kon
Great Cooking Workshop!
Alina D,
Mar 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Fred and chef Maria were absolutely amazing throughout every step of shopping at the market, food prep and making sangria, a tasty salad and the arroz/paella. Highly recommend this workshop if one is interested in the history of a dish central to the Alicante cuisine and culture.
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